What is GrainCorp's main argument for introducing national biofuel mandates in Australia, and what key statistics does it cite to support this?

GrainCorp's main argument is that national biofuel mandates would bolster Australia's energy security amid global instability, such as disruptions caused by the Iran war. It cites that Australia imports around 91% of its liquid fuels and more than 85% of its aviation fuel, while simultaneously exporting about 80% of its canola production — a domestic feedstock that could be used to produce biofuels, including sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), without significantly reducing exports to partners like the European Union.

According to GrainCorp, what is Australia's current capacity and timeline for meeting sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) demand, and what additional support does the company say is needed?

According to GrainCorp’s white paper, Australia has the potential to meet SAF demand by 2030 using its current feedstock volumes; however, the company states that more government support for investment, research, and development will likely be needed in the long term to realize this potential.

GrainCorp Pushes for Australia Biofuel Mandates After Iran War

Jul 8, 2026

GrainCorp CEO advocates for national biofuel mandates using local canola to enhance energy security amid geopolitical instability, suggesting potential to meet sustainable aviation fuel demand by 2030.

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2026-07-08

GrainCorp Pushes for Australia Biofuel Mandates After Iran War

GrainCorp Pushes for Australia Biofuel Mandates After Iran War

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